#PEChat Archive

Every other Monday, thousands of physical educators from around the world take part in an online Twitter chat on topics relating to #physed. The community votes for the topic and community members moderate the chat. The result is an amazing professional development opportunity called #PEChat.

Monday June 12, 2017
7:00 PM EDT

JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:01 PM EDT

It’s time for this week’s #pechat! I’ll be moderating for the next hour. Tonight’s topic is “Self-Directed Professional Development” #physed
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:02 PM EDT

If you’re new to #pechat, here’s a 101 video to help you understand how it works: https://t.co/ynZdPOfigt
EduGladiators Jun 12 @ 7:03 PM EDT

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JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Basically, I’ll be asking questions (Qs) that anyone can answer (As). Let’s keep things tidy (e.g. Q1->A1) #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Last thing: don’t forget to include the #pechat hashtag in your tweets and don’t be shy! Join in!
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Here's a warmup question: Q0. Where are you from and what grades do you teach? #pechat
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A0 Mike from NY. I teach HS PE and am very excited for tonight's convo! #PEchat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:07 PM EDT

awesome! Great to have you here Mike! Has your school year wrapped up yet? #pechat
In reply to @PhysEdFreak
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Today was our last day of classes, but we have 2 more weeks of exams. How about you up north? #pechat
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JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:10 PM EDT

9 days left with the students and then another week of meetings. #pechat
In reply to @PhysEdFreak
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q1. Let’s start at the beginning. When planning for PD, how do you determine which areas of your teaching need improvement? #pechat
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Not too shabby! I find myself counting down days till #PEinstitute17 instead of days till school is over this year! #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
rich_wiles Jun 12 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Q0. Rich from Maryland, K-5 normally but Waterman full time since Friday. #pechat
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Any area I'm not comfortable with. A while back I was terrified of dance. Made it goal to attend every dance session at conferences #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Haha thanks for being here, Rich! How’s the water been? #pechat
In reply to @rich_wiles
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Samesies. I can’t wait to be back at #PEInstitute17. It’s like going back to family. #pechat
In reply to @PhysEdFreak
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A1 I think constantly reflecting on planning/teaching helps to identify areas that could've been improved upon. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Thanks for being here, Kevin! #pechat
In reply to @physedreview
rich_wiles Jun 12 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Good sailing the bay, hanging at ocean and some Jack Johnson last night. #pechat
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JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT

so you focus on areas you perceive as “weaknesses”. How do you determine those areas? #pechat
In reply to @physedreview
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A1 also interacting with trusted colleagues to see how others are doing same/similar things. Always learning! #pechat
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JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT

how do you go about that professional reflection? #pechat
In reply to @PhysEdFreak
rich_wiles Jun 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A1. Look at reflection from school year and develop plan for PD for summer and following school year. Use Ss data and SBID data. #pechat
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:17 PM EDT

I guess it's a perceived perception. I also look at our new outcomes to see where I need to do more. #pechat
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PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT

In planning, I reflect on lessons to see if outcomes were achieved, if pacing was off, if any aspect of class didn't go as expected.#pechat
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MrPicha_PE Jun 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A1 feedback from colleagues/admin + personal self-reflection. #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Hearing a lot about reflection. Not sure if you are familiar w/ @gtdguy’s “Horizons of Focus”. How often do you reflect past Runway #pechat
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:23 PM EDT

Agreed! Teaching HS for 1st time, I find myself going back to GLOs constantly to see if outcomes were actually achieved #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT

2 Q: what systems are in place to allow you to get feedback from colleagues/admin & how do you guide personal reflection #pechat
In reply to @MrPicha_PE
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:25 PM EDT

what about thinking past GLOs and reflecting on general pedagogy? How do you go about that? #pechat
In reply to @PhysEdFreak, @physedreview
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Wow I was taking very short sighted approach. I would say i hover between runway and 20,000ft more often than not. #pechat #BigThingsPoppin
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @gtdguy
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Seems like that's a constant thing with me. Year isn't even over yet and I'm trying to tweek program again to make it better. #PEchat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @gtdguy
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT

My concern is that, in reflection, we forget to look into areas of our teaching that may need improvement simply out of oversight #pechat
MrPicha_PE Jun 12 @ 7:27 PM EDT

I team teach with a colleague as well as have frequent walk-through observations from admin which are discussed afterward #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Ironically one of my big self pushes is on self organization and management. I'm taking on much bigger projects that force me to...#pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @physedreview
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:27 PM EDT

One thing for me has always been to figure out ways to work smarter, not harder. It's difficult trying to be a "good" teacher. #PEchat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @PhysEdFreak
MrPicha_PE Jun 12 @ 7:28 PM EDT

As part of our evaluation process, Ts self-assess based on a number of criteria and discuss w/admin at end of year meeting #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Because of that, I think that using a tool to help guide us through a comprehensive reflection is essential. At least 1x/school year #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:28 PM EDT

can you elaborate on that? #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @PhysEdFreak
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:28 PM EDT

...break my life into these horizonesque chunks and check in frequently to make sure all the balls are being juggled #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @physedreview
rich_wiles Jun 12 @ 7:28 PM EDT

I just was mapping out four years from now for a project. I still have this goal of paying for all kids college before I turn 40. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @gtdguy
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Agreed 1000xs over! More often than not, IMMEDIATELY after doing something I find myself wondering if it can be done easier/better. #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Who here has used a tool like Danielson’s Framework for Teaching or the Thoughtful Classroom Framework to help guide reflection? #pechat
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:30 PM EDT

For me it's about organization. How can I organize my units & lessons that make most sense & provide best learning opp. for my Ss. #PEchat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @PhysEdFreak
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:31 PM EDT

(Btw, if you haven’t ever seen either of those here’s Danielson’s Framework: https://t.co/lo1dK2ShDf) #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:32 PM EDT

(And here is the Thoughtful Classroom Teacher Effectiveness Framework, which we use at my school, https://t.co/wX3jM3dRHo) #pechat
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT

For me, it's currently about time. Am I giving proper time to family/work/friends/myself + when I feel out of whack, finding out why #Pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT

Is curriculum design the only thing that makes for an effective teacher? #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @PhysEdFreak
MrPicha_PE Jun 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT

We use the Danielson model in my district. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT

Three legged stool: Curriculum Classroom Management Reflection #PEchat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @PhysEdFreak
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Curriculum design is so far down the totem pole. Relationship building, managing personalities, knowing when to hit the gas/brakes...#pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @physedreview
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:36 PM EDT

I’m curious about how it is implemented. Can you sum it up in 140 characters :) #pechat
In reply to @MrPicha_PE
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT

...all make an effective T. Coupled with strong unit/lesson planning and effective delivery of instruction. So many pieces involved #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @physedreview
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT

I think trusting your gut when it comes to what you need out of PD is huge, but so is Ss feedback & using a framework for reflection #pechat
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Plus being a little crazy helps #PEchat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @PhysEdFreak
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Q2. Ok, so let’s say you’ve determined an area in which you wish to improve. How do you go about setting & tracking PD goals? #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:38 PM EDT

We’re all crazy. Some of us are just better at hiding it ;) #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @PhysEdFreak
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT

I'd argue it's the number 1 ingredient! "A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men." ~ Willy Wonka #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT

Seriously, check out the Thoughtful Classroom framework. It’s really smart. #pechat
In reply to @PhysEdFreak, @physedreview
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A school psychologist once told me she liked the way I teach: "You control with humor" she said. I'm ok with that. #PEchat
In reply to @PhysEdFreak, @JoeyFeith
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Plus Ss need to see you're 110% invested (and crazy) so they'll let their guard down and be vulnerable as well. #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @JoeyFeith
physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Now I MUST meet you. That is my favorite movie behind Star Wars. So many great quotes!!! #PEchat
In reply to @PhysEdFreak, @JoeyFeith
thedaviddduncan Jun 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I did use the PE Survey that @thepespecialist created to get honest feedback from my 5-8 students #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @thepespecialist
MrPicha_PE Jun 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Admin perform multiple mini-obs. + formal obs. looking at various criteria in the 4 domains. Ts self-assess/reflect, then discuss #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT

How did that turn out? Anything surprisingly insightful? #pechat
In reply to @thedaviddduncan, @thepespecialist
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:42 PM EDT

What’s your role in that? Do you get to set your own goals? #pechat
In reply to @MrPicha_PE
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Laughter is the base of 99% of my relationships. Once we laugh, Ss know I care about them and are more likely to meet me 1/2way #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @JoeyFeith
thedaviddduncan Jun 12 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Lol! Just about to complete my second year of teaching and I have lots to learn and improve upon #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @thepespecialist
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Hahaha see you in Asheville?? #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @JoeyFeith
MrPicha_PE Jun 12 @ 7:44 PM EDT

We do set professional growth goals at the beginning of the year and reflect on progress as part of this process too. #pechat
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physedreview Jun 12 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Must go. Peace out. #PEchat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Haha ain’t nothing wrong with that! Opportunities for growth are exciting, not knocks against you! #pechat
In reply to @thedaviddduncan, @thepespecialist
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:45 PM EDT

bringing your Habs jersey? #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @PhysEdFreak
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:46 PM EDT

It's a date then! I'm arriving early for the @OPENPhysEd event so we'll definitely have to link up at some point!! #pechat
In reply to @physedreview, @JoeyFeith, @OPENPhysEd
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Q2. How do you set and monitor your professional development goals? #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT

how often do you check in to see how you are doing? When do you know its time to check something off? #pechat
In reply to @AssessLinkPE
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A2. I think PD goals should be clearly stated (think S.M.A.R.T.) but also broken down into actionable plans. #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:50 PM EDT

They are the end user of your curriculum. Their voice is pretty important. #pechat
In reply to @AssessLinkPE
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A2 I set larger, longer term goals (more involved in state/natl orgs, Nat Boards) then outline what needs to happen to get there #pechat
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PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:52 PM EDT

A2 makes progress more evident and achievable. Also doesn't seem as overwhelming. #pechat
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JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:52 PM EDT

A2. A few years ago, I fell in love w/ the OKR system used at Google. Here are some details: https://t.co/qaM7FwN2Tt #pechat
mgrosstaylor Jun 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT

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JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A2. I set myself 2-3 BIG goals (objectives, I try for 1/term) for the year and ID 3-5 sub-goals (key results) for each big one. #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A2. At the end of the term, I set a score from 0-1 for each key result (KR). Avg of KR scores gives me score for objective #pechat
osama13 Jun 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Good morning #pechat 4:00 am in Dubai , just reading your chats ! 😳😲
PhysEdFreak Jun 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT

You truly have an obscene and immeasurable amount of incredible resources! #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT

A2. The target score for an objective is 0.7. That means I did well and that the objective wasn’t too easy. #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:57 PM EDT

True… but where are you looking for/how do you define PD? #pechat
In reply to @Physedmanrising
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:57 PM EDT

4:00AM!? Haha thanks for being here, Osama! #pechat
In reply to @osama13
osama13 Jun 12 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A2: I wish I can be that much organized #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Jun 12 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Q3. What resources do you rely on in order to continue to develop as a professional? #pechat